Logistics

Logistics

In fresh produce logistics, speed is of the essence.Through our subsidiary Aspen International, we’ve devised a unique ‘door to door’ approach that enables us to get our product to our customers as quickly as possible.

  • We ship almost exclusively in containers rather than on conventional reefer ships.
  • We make use of an Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) system that allows us to input voyage documentation directly into a service provider’s system.
  • We have developed a self-invoicing system that enables us to invoice ourselves and pay suppliers sooner.
  • We make use of two tracking tools (Iquality and Traceability) that allow us (or any of our partners) to track and trace each pallet of fruit while in transit.

It is our approach to be open and transparent, and to positively influence as much of the supply chain as we can.

The Logistics Team

From Port side (left):

Marco du Plessis (CA) He is at the steer of things as Logistics Manager. Captain Marco is responsible for all relevant logistics activities to steer this ship on a safe voyage.

Nico Louw With a B.Comm Honours degree in Logistics Management, he sets sails to vessels for all Colors` fruit to the Middle and Far East, as well as Canada and the USA. Crew member Nico is also responsible for steering all Colors ZA transport to new horizons.

Joyce Kuter (National Diploma in Software and System Development) Crew member Joyce ensures the sails are well trimmed for the day to day operations on this ship and is constantly planning to export fruit in the most cost effective way. She is also responsible for all costs abroad.

Anli Wahl With a B.Sc degree, Crew member Anli is responsible for all costs in our local waters. With her creative mind and love for flowers and taking pictures, she ensures that all is well on deck.

Henriette Biesenbach Crew member Henriette has a B.Comm Honours degree in Logistics Management and is responsible for setting of sails for all Colors` fruit to all European and United Kingdom markets.  She has a special interest in exploring new export destinations for Colors’ fruit.

Contact us   +27 21 807 5000   info@colorsfruit.com   Third Floor, Newlink Centre, New Street, Paarl, 7646